The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB you need to make at least 2 changes.
S3 · RE 52383 · IC 189 · S 314:003h45Waiblingen station17:45Dietlikon station£401One-way3 changes
S3 · IC 2383 · IC 189 · S 314:003h45Waiblingen station17:45Dietlikon station£541One-way3 changes
S3 · IC 281 · S 316:003h45Waiblingen station19:45Dietlikon station£601One-way2 changes
S3 · IC 185 · S 310:003h45Waiblingen station13:45Dietlikon station£601One-way2 changes
S2+
TGV 9576+
ICE 277 · S 198:404h51Waiblingen station13:31Dietlikon station£761One-way3 changes
S3 · RE 52383 · IC 189 · S 314:003h45Waiblingen station17:45Dietlikon station£401One-way3 changes
S3 · IC 2383 · IC 189 · S 314:003h45Waiblingen station17:45Dietlikon station£541One-way3 changes
S3 · IC 281 · S 316:003h45Waiblingen station19:45Dietlikon station£601One-way2 changes
S3 · IC 185 · S 310:003h45Waiblingen station13:45Dietlikon station£601One-way2 changes
88612 · ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IC 77510:524h39Waiblingen station15:31Dietlikon station£761One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 154 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £196 Average Price |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S2+ TGV 9576+ ICE 277 · S 19 | 8:40 Waiblingen station | 4h51 | 13:31 Dietlikon station | 3 changes | |
S3 · IC 185 · S 3 | 10:00 Waiblingen station | 3h45 | 13:45 Dietlikon station | 2 changes | |
88612 · ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IC 775 | 10:52 Waiblingen station | 4h39 | 15:31 Dietlikon station | 4 changes | |
S3 · RE 52383 · IC 189 · S 3 | 14:00 Waiblingen station | 3h45 | 17:45 Dietlikon station | 3 changes | |
S3 · IC 2383 · IC 189 · S 3 | 14:00 Waiblingen station | 3h45 | 17:45 Dietlikon station | 3 changes | |
S3 · 19678 · ICE 373 · S 19 | 14:30 Waiblingen station | 5h01 | 19:31 Dietlikon station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB
Trains from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 09:00. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 7:40 |
Last train 9:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Zurich HB from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe to Zurich HB by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe and Zurich HB
- Trollinger
- Curry 23
- Restaurant am Wasser
- Snack n Travel
- Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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